Two residential houses damaged in Srinagar blaze

Two residential houses damaged in Srinagar blaze

Srinagar, Jan 21 (KS):-At least two residential houses were damaged in a fire mishap in Maharaj Bazar area of Central Kashmir Srinagar district.

An official told news agency Kashmir Scroll that a fire broke out in Maharaj Bazar Srinagar during night and soon after receiving information, men and machinery were sent to the site to douse off the flames.

He said, fire was brought under control after persistent efforts by the F&ES Department along with the help of police and locals.

In the incident at least two residential houses were partially damaged, he said, adding that cause of fire is being ascertained.

Meanwhile, police have taken cognizance of the incident.(KS)